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A Guide To Self-Respecting Dating

In the 21st century, old-fashioned dating advice needs to make a comeback.

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In a world of casual hook-ups, one night stands and swiping right, chivalrous and respectable dating may be considered old-fashioned and out of date. But it really isn't and never will be. So I compiled a list of tips for the olden way of romance.

1. Insist he ask you on a date.

Or you ask him. It doesn't really matter as long as someone asks someone else on a date. Just "hanging out" all the time leads to questions and confusion and a lot of times just a "friends with benefits" type deal. Go on a date.

2. Go on several dates before you agree to make anything official.

Things get messy when you jump into a relationship with a guy only to find out you want completely different things in life and then one of you has to end it, and that's just never fun. Or even worse, you stay in the relationship and drag it out until the inevitable end. Go on a few dates—talk. Get to know each other before you make any sort of commitment.

3. Date a few people at once.

This sounds strange today in the age of "talking to someone," and I don't mean you should be involved in multiple relationships at one time. I mean if you're interested in multiple people, go on dates with them. If you're looking for a relationship, you can't be expected to choose a guy if you don't know them well. I only recommend that you be clear with your intentions to each person you're involved with.

4. Do not compromise your integrity, your morals and your values.

This last bit is just a gentle reminder not to settle. A guy can seem so perfect, and he's probably a really great guy, but that doesn't mean he's the right guy. Don't try and change what you believe, who you are or sacrifice what's important to you, for a guy. It just means there's some else, someone better out there, waiting for you.

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